Provides a riveting account of the day Johnny Cash took the stage at Folsom Prison in California. Michael Streissguth skilfully places the concert and the album that followed in the larger context of Cash's artistic development, the era's popular music, and California's prison system, uncovering... číst celé
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Focusing on Syracuse, New York, the narrative delves into the reasons why individuals choose to remain in vulnerable urban areas. Through the contemporary experiences of five residents, it examines their personal stories, challenges, and the unique connections they have with their city, shedding light on broader themes of resilience and community in the face of adversity.
A definitive look at the outlaw country music movement, [Outlaw] follows the stories of three legendary icons--Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson--as they redefined country music in the late '60s and early '70s, set in the rich backdrop of Nashville--Provided by publisher.
In this enlightening and entertaining book, experience the evolution of country music, from the rural routes of 1970s Appalachia to the 1980s country music boom that paved the way for modern Americana.
"Johnny Cash at Folsom Prison" von Michael Streissguth erzählt von Johnny Cashs legendärem Live-Auftritt im Folsom-Gefängnis am 13. Januar 1968, der seine Karriere veränderte und den Countrymusik-Boom auslöste. Das Buch dokumentiert die Entstehungsgeschichte des Konzerts und Cashs Verbindung zu den Häftlingen, begleitet von über hundert Fotos des Fotografen Jim Marshall.
